Have you ever wanted to be the strongest person in the room? When Friedrich Muller was a little boy, he was tiny, frail, and often sick. But he loved reading about ancient Roman gladiators and dreamed of having powerful muscles just like them. He tried doing exercises on his own, but nothing seemed to work. Everything changed when he met a professional bodybuilder who taught him exactly how to train. Friedrich worked incredibly hard, changed his name to Eugen Sandow, and transformed his body completely. Soon, he wasn't just strong; he was known around the globe as the strongest man on earth. People everywhere wanted to be just like him. Eugen traveled the world performing amazing feats of strength, lifting heavy weights, and even carrying horses. This fascinating biography shows you how Eugen Sandow invented the modern sport of bodybuilding and convinced everyday people that daily exercise is important for a healthy life. Grab your gym shoes and get ready to be inspired by a true legend of fitness.